Inspiring, enthusing and entertaining children through literature and the arts

Inspiring, enthusing and entertaining children through literature and the arts

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Shrewsbury Bookfest was founded in May 1999. It was at the time the only exclusively children’s literary festival in the country. Since then, Bookfest has grown considerably, developed new projects and has established a fine reputation for excellence amongst authors, publishers and keen supporters…

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Pity of War Concert DVD now available…

You are now able to watch again, share and remember the very special concert that took place on Sunday 4th November 2018 at Theatre Severn Shrewsbury to commemorate the life, work and death of Wilfred Owen and the centenary of the First World War. The Pity of War Concert DVD is now available to purchase.